Key News Headlines for School Assembly on May 14

National News

Every headline carries significant weight, influencing global perspectives across various sectors such as politics, international relations, sports, entertainment, and business. On May 14, several noteworthy stories emerge, ideal for students to discuss during school assemblies and keep their peers informed about crucial happenings. Here are some of the leading stories from India and beyond.

1. CAIT calls on the government to prohibit the sale of Pakistani flags and merchandise on online shopping platforms.


2. The Ministry of External Affairs states: 'Our policy remains unchanged; Jammu and Kashmir is a bilateral issue, and Pakistan must withdraw from occupied Kashmir.'


3. A tragic love story unfolds in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, where a husband took his own life following suspicions of his wife's infidelity.


4. A bomb threat on an IndiGo flight led to heightened security measures at Kolkata Airport.


5. Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared: 'When our forces counter the threat of nuclear blackmail, only one chant resonates in the skies—Bharat Mata Ki Jai.'

International News

1. Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif claims, 'While families of terrorists may be present, we have severed all connections with terrorism.'


2. How much will Pope Leo XIV earn, and what benefits accompany his role?


3. Social media buzzes with speculation about whether India targeted Pakistan's secret nuclear facility at Kirana, following reports of a US emergency aircraft landing to investigate a radiation leak.


4. Former US President Donald Trump commented on the India-Pakistan understanding, stating, 'We averted a nuclear conflict that could have resulted in millions of casualties.'


5. The US State Department clarifies that Trump's remarks on 'unification' are not related to Taiwan.

Entertainment News

1. Samay Raina reflects on his challenging experiences, stating, 'The most testing times of my life lead to the best comedy,' as he embarks on a global tour after recent controversies.


2. Sonu Nigam has approached the Karnataka High Court to dismiss an FIR related to his comments on Kannada.


3. Parambrata Chatterjee shares his fascination with supernatural tales, asserting, 'It isn't just black...'


4. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma were seen in Vrindavan visiting Premanand Maharaj.


5. Aamir Khan makes a comeback with the trailer release of 'Sitare Zameen Par.'

Business News

1. CAIT has urged the government to ban the sale of Pakistani flags and merchandise on e-commerce sites.


2. NSE MD & CEO Ashish Chauhan expresses optimism about India's position amid global uncertainties, stating, 'India is in a sweet spot.'


3. The stock market sees a significant drop, with the Sensex falling 1,281 points to close at 81,148—what caused this decline?


4. Trump's luxury project in Gurugram sells out on its launch day, generating Rs 3,250 crore in sales.


5. Following the India-UK Free Trade Agreement, a report emphasizes the need for local content to limit the influx of Chinese products.

Sports News

1. In IPL 2025, the status of Inglis and Jansen's availability for PBKS remains uncertain.


2. The England squad has been announced for the upcoming series against the West Indies, featuring several IPL stars—check out the full ODI and T20 squads.


3. IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians face challenges as three key overseas players may depart before the playoffs.


4. Cheteshwar Pujara reveals Virat Kohli's aspirations for the Indian Test team, stating, 'He wanted the team to...'


5. Buttler and Coetzee are set to join GT, while Russell and Narine will link up with KKR ahead of a crucial match in Bengaluru.

Thought Of The Day

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